1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 19 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotus |
| Model | Avanti | Etna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
