1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
