1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 40 | Sprite |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |