1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 922 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 1000 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |