1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Caterham |
Model | Sprite | Beaulieu |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |