1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Abarth | Avanti |
| Model | 595 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
