1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 620 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
