1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 411 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 2010 Lotus Exige 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. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Avanti | Lotus |
Model | Avanti | Exige |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3063 mm |