1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 737 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
