1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 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 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 276 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, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo 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 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | Sprite | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |