1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 684 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
