1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
