1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 925 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1000 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
