1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 29 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 207 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
