1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1954 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 995 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1954 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
