1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 216 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
Model | Sprite | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |