1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 816 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | 127 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |