1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1968 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 874 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | 3-Litre | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
