1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 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 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Impreza |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |