1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 37 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1110 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, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti 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 | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sprite | Amanti |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |