1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 13 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 771 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen 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 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | Sprite | Aspen |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |