1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 42 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
