2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 230 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, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
