1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
