1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 971 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. 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, 1987 Fiat Regata, 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Regata 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:
1987 Fiat Regata | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Regata | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1899 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3009 mm |