1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 595 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 474 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3009 mm |
