1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 366 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sprite | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3330 mm |
