1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
