1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
