1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 578 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | Caimano | Avanti |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |