1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 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) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 775 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |