1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 25 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 316 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.
Because 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit 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 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Eagle |
Model | Sprite | Summit |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |