1970 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
