1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1944 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprite | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
