1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 37 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. 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, 2005 Ford Laser, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3-Litre | Laser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
