1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 25 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 10 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 54 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sprite | Opti |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
