1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 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 10 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
