1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1958 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Lagonda | Sprite |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 27 L |