1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 32 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sprite | Today |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |