1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 7 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Victor (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 446 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 | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprite | Victor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
