1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |