1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
