1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 76 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sprite | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
