2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 867 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Park Avenue | Uno |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |