1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 616 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.
Because 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sprite | Avensis |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |