1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti 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 123 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 665 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
