1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |