1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 1300 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2820 mm |
