1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 690 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 8V has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 8V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 8V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
