1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 354 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
Model | Sprite | Esprit |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 31 L |