1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 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 72 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
