1977 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Autobianchi A 112 | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
| Model | A 112 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
