1973 Toyota Century vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Century (157 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Century | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
