1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 384 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1832 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
