1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 578 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2537 mm |
