2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
