2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Fiat 133
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | 133 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |
