1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 52 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1556 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
Model | Sprite | Savana |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |