1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 272 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
