1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 40 | Sprite |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 27 L |