1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1977 Avanti Avanti 2013 Subaru Outback
Make Avanti Subaru
Model Avanti Outback
Year Released 1977 2013
Engine Size 6570 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 177 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2740 mm