1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 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 181 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Fiat 126 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 1985 Fiat 126. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 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 | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | 126 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |