1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1966 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 86 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1966 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Plymouth | Avanti |
| Model | Valiant | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
