2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 352 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Ford Fiesta (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
