1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T107 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Tatra |
Model | 3000 | T107 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |