1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2006 Skoda Superb is newer by 41 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 27 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, 2006 Skoda Superb, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Avanti | Skoda |
| Model | Avanti | Superb |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
