1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sprite | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
| 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 | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |
