1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2004 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 36 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2004 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sprite | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
