1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 22 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 174 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 3-Litre | Spirit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |