1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | V50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
