1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
