1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 154 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Punto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |