1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 6 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |