1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |