1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 661 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sprite | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
