1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 31 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 4 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX 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 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
