1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 72 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 560 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1974 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1974 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
