1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 21 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 391 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.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 1988 Ford Tempo 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. 1988 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sprite | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
