2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
