1996 Toyota Paseo vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 25 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Paseo | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
