1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 49 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Nissan Micra, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sprite | Micra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
