1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1970 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | One-O-Four | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
