1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1467 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | Titan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |