1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |
