1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 874 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 1993 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 1993 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. 1993 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. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Roadmaster | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |