1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1967 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 90 | Sprite |
Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |