1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 209 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
