1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
