2001 Audi A2 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 29 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 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
