1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 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 1966 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 595 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
