1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 15 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 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 101 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sprite | Corsa |
Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |