1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 494 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 3-Litre | 6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |