1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Sprinter | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2642 mm |
