1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Chrysler | Avanti |
| Model | Newport | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |
