1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | iOn |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
