2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Because 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Avancier | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
