1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Toyota | Avanti |
| Model | Corolla | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
