1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Model F |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |