1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 48 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 440 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
