1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 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 5,723 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 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Grande 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
