1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sprite | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2735 mm |
