1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
