1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 850 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
