1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 28 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 901 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, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa 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 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sprite | Previa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
