2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Fiat Multipla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Multipla | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
