2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1966 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Fulvia 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) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 716 kg more than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Fulvia 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 | 1966 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Park Avenue | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
