1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 26 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Zeta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |