1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 502 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Record |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
