1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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.
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1973 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |