2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 184 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ducato | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2340 mm |
