1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 TVR 1600

To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 724 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR 1600 has manual transmission. 1972 TVR 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Avanti Avanti 1972 TVR 1600
Make Avanti TVR
Model Avanti 1600
Year Released 1984 1972
Engine Size 5002 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 896 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2290 mm


 

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