2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mazda | Avanti |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
