1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 79 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Toyota | Avanti |
| Model | Sprinter | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6569 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
