2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 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 Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
