1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick LeSabre | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | LeSabre | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |