1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 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.
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 1900 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |