1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 32 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 99 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Life |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
