1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 42 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 792 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | SsangYong |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
