1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Ford Popular
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Popular |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
