1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 42 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1066 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 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth 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 | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sprite | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
