1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 708 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat X1-9 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat X1-9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 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 | 1626 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
