1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1964 Austin-Healey Sprite 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Austin-Healey Chevrolet
Model Sprite Silverado
Year Released 1964 2007
Body Type Roadster Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 353 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3470 mm 5860 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 98 L