1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Uno | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |