1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 45 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Captiva |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |