1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1972 Morris 1800 is newer by 7 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris 1800 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Morris 1800 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 1800 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |