1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 21 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 136 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Avanti | Rover |
Model | Avanti | 825 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |