1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
