1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 1971 Avanti Avanti and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 29 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti. 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. 1971 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Avanti Avanti 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Avanti Chevrolet
Model Avanti Corvette
Year Released 1971 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5732 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 229 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1529 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2500 mm