1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza

To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Avanti Avanti 2001 Toyota Altezza
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Altezza
Year Released 1977 2001
Engine Size 6570 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1396 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2800 mm


 

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