1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
