1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | 3-Litre | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3060 mm |