1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 370 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
