1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1967 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 60 | Sprite |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 27 L |