1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 125 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, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
