2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
