1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 410 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 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 3-Litre | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
