1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, both 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1964 Steyr 650T were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 214 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Steyr |
Model | Sprite | 650T |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |