1996 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 786 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.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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1996 Audi A6 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | A6 | Sprite |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |