1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | 1750 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |