1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 926 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 131 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 251 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3009 mm |