1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1500 | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2940 mm |
