1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 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 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |