1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III

To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Abarth 700 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
Make Abarth Austin-Healey
Model 700 3000 Mk III
Year Released 1963 1965
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 695 cc 2912 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 54 L


 

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