1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
