1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Exige weights approximately 154 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Exige |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2299 mm |
