1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, both 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1964 Ford Zodiac were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 556 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sprite | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |