1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 368 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra 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 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | Sprite | Vectra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |