1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |