1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sprinter | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
