1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2001 Citroen Osee 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. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Sprite | Osee |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |