1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 710 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Uno |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |