1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
