1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 43 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | 3000 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |