1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 468 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2537 mm |
