1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 40 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 847 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
Model | 3000 | Nautilus |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |