1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 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 984 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 126 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia 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 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | Sprite | Familia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |