1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 37 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
