2009 Honda Fit vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 615 kg more than 1979 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |