1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark 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 96 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
