1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 27 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 666 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotec |
| Model | Avanti | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
