1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
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 Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo 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 189 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 806 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |