1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
