1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
