1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
