1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Punto | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
