1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 40 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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | 3-Litre | I-290 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |