1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 30 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick 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 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sprite | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
