1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
