1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Sprint weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sprint | Fellow |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2100 mm |
