1972 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 436 kg more than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Campagnola. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Campagnola | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Campagnola | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
