1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 37 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Croma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |