1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 39 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 672 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2004 Hyundai Trajet 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. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 2004 Hyundai Trajet
Make Austin-Healey Hyundai
Model 3000 Mk III Trajet
Year Released 1965 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 195 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 75 L