1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 744 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
