1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1993 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 26 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 66 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
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, 1993 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 1993 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 3-Litre has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 3-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1993 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3-Litre | APV |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |