1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 266 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |