1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 252 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 3000 | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2674 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |