1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Junior | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |