2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
