1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 832 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Arna | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
