1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 46 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 557 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 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera 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 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 3000 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
