1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1974 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Sedona |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |