1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 56 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
