1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Fiat Argenta 2008 Buick Park Avenue
Make Fiat Buick
Model Argenta Park Avenue
Year Released 1983 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 98 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5175 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1899 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3009 mm