1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 38 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, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 76 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart 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 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MCC |
| Model | Sprite | Smart |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
