1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 444 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Because 1976 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat Campagnola. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1976 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
