1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 163 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
