2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 363 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 2008 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
