1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 351 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sprite | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |