1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 31 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.
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, 1998 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 3-Litre | SSM |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |