1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1969 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1969 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Fairlane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 596 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1969 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sprite | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
