1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 14 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 496 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 | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
| Model | Sprite | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
