1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
