1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 406 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
