2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1978 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Bravo | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
