1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Buick Park Avenue 2003 Fiat Palio
Make Buick Fiat
Model Park Avenue Palio
Year Released 1992 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2380 mm


 

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