1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 38 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1227 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sprite | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
