1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1967 Jaguar MK II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 736 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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II 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 | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprite | MK II |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
