1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 735 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Sprinter | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
