1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 700 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 570 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |