2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 28 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Hummer | Avanti |
| Model | H3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2780 mm |
