1996 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Honda | Avanti |
| Model | Accord | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
