1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 35 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 858 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sprite | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
