2000 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1971 Fiat ESV
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat ESV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat ESV would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Fiat ESV. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat ESV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 862 kg more than 1971 Fiat ESV. 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat ESV. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat ESV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Park Avenue | 1971 Fiat ESV | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Park Avenue | ESV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
