1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3110 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 686 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.
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 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GAZ |
Model | Sprite | 3110 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |