1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 407 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
