1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 244 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2400 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
