1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1970 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 3 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 34 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1970 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bizzarrini |
Model | Sprite | GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |