1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 48 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2635 mm |
