1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 749 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | Croma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
