1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 334 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
