1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Suburban |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 148 L |