1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 41 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Colt |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |