1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1980 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1980 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | GT | Avanti |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2780 mm |