1978 Volvo 66 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Volvo | Avanti |
| Model | 66 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
