1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia

To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Buick Park Avenue 1960 Lancia Flavia
Make Buick Lancia
Model Park Avenue Flavia
Year Released 1996 1960
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3798 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2660 mm


 

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