1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 34 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Avanti | Element |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
