1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 45 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 65 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 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 3-Litre | CX-05 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |