1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
