1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 86 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sprite | Visto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
