1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sprite | Quantum |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |