1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Abarth | Avanti |
| Model | 750 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
