1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 212 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 1700 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
