1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Avanti | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
