1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1075 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Roadmaster | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |