1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 25 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 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 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
