1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 880 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK III, 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1976 Mini MK III | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | 3-Litre | MK III |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |