1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 72 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 442 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Avanti | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Avanti | 2000 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 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 | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |