1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 41 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1971 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2604 mm |