1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 416 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2489 mm |
