1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 48 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
