1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1950 mm |