2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 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 203 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 126 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 | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1850 mm |
