1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V 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 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 3-Litre | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
