1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto 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 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Punto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
