1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 13 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
