1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 39 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3-Litre | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
