1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola 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 88 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
