1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | Titan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |