2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
