1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1993 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda 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) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Panda 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 | 1993 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | Panda |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |