1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Fulvia | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |