1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 18 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 196 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover 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 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
Model | Sprite | Drover |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |