1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 112 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | 130 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |