1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti 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) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Avanti | Volvo |
Model | Avanti | 120 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |