1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 Mk III | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |