2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1959 Moretti 1200
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 862 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti 1200 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 1959 Moretti 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1959 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Moretti |
| Model | Park Avenue | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
