1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 54 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Albea weights approximately 487 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, 2012 Fiat Albea, 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, 2012 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Albea 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 | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Sprite | Albea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |