1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 616 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Spider | Sprite |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 27 L |
