1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Renault | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
