1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 39 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
Model | Avanti | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |