1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | Sprite | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |
