1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 40 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
