2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Kia | Avanti |
| Model | Sedona | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
