1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alpine | Avanti |
Model | V6 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |