2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 630 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
