1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 979 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 33 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3009 mm |
