1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 44 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (78 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB.
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, 2006 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB 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 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | KB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
