1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 352 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Austin-Healey Mitsubishi
Model 3000 Mk II Magna
Year Released 1962 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1158 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2730 mm


 

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