1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 101 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sprite | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |