1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Smart |
Model | 3000 Mk III | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |