1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta 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 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Invicta | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |