1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 34 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 586 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.
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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 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 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jensen |
Model | Sprite | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |