1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 476 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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
Model | Sprite | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |