1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 62 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 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, 2010 Mazda 5, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 3-Litre | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |