1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 6 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 256 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Junior | Sprite |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
