1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 34 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, 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-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
