1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1335 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |