1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 26 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |