1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 628 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
