1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1506 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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival 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 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sprite | Carnival |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |