1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1301 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin-Healey | SsangYong |
Model | Sprite | Rexton |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 78 L |