1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
