1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 664 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Panda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |