2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 31 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
