1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Avanti |
| Model | Vega | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
