2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 344 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
