1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 Alvis TF

To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Avanti Avanti 1967 Alvis TF
Make Avanti Alvis
Model Avanti TF
Year Released 1978 1967
Engine Size 6568 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2840 mm


 

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