1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 602 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |