2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (99 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
