2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 625 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Lucerne | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
