1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 43 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3-Litre | HHR |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |