2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Hyundai | Avanti |
| Model | Azera | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
