1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 111 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | Cherry |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |