1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 812 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 124 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1682 kg |
