1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 1998 Honda S-MX 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. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
