2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta 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 127 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | Argenta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
