1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1976 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Riviera 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 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Riviera | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |