1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2001 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Mustang |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |