1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |