2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LaCrosse | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
