1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
