1966 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, both 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1966 Mercury Cyclone were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 452 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
| Model | Sprite | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
