1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1452 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
Model | Sprite | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |