1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 20 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 37 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | 90 | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |