1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 2 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
