1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Orlando |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |