2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 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 Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
