1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark 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 103 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 844 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1984 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |
