2010 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 213 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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.
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2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Volkswagen | Avanti |
Model | Rabbit | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |