1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | 130 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
