1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 33 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, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Monotipo | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
