1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 2000 | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
