1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1979 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2200 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
