1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 176 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sprite | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
