1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 43 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
