1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 936 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 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | Sprite | Omega |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |