1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 910 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Arna | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |