1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 31 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, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 3-Litre | Prius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
