1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 433 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 37 L |
