1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 17 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1981 Seat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Seat 131 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 | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
Model | Sprite | 131 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |