Japan vs Japan — 1965 vs 1968
| Sports 800 UP15 | Hilux Invincible | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 45 hp | 204 hp |
| Torque | 42 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2,755 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 19.5 sec | 10.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 96 mph | 109 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 21.2 sec | 17.5 sec |
| Weight | 1,279 lbs | 4,630 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,000 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Length | 3,580 mm | 5,325 mm |
| Units Produced | 3,131 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $120,000 | $50,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 4/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 2/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1965 Toyota Sports 800 UP15 brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1968 Toyota Hilux Invincible answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Toyota has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1965 Toyota Sports 800 UP15 with the 1968 Toyota Hilux Invincible highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1968 Toyota Hilux Invincible holds a clear advantage in raw power with 204 hp compared to 45 hp, a 159-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Toyota Sports 800 uses a Flat-2 OHV displacing 790 cc, while the Toyota Hilux relies on a Inline-4 DOHC Diesel Turbocharged with 2,755 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Toyota Hilux Invincible edges ahead at 10.0 seconds versus 19.5 seconds. The Toyota Sports 800 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 3351 lbs lighter. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1965 Toyota Sports 800 UP15 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.