1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 824 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |