1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 736 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sprite | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
