1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 645 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | 1500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |