United Kingdom vs UK — 1967 vs 1970
| 3000 MkIII Phase 2 | TR6 PI | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 180 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,912 cc | 2,498 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 9.8 sec | 8.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 120 mph | 120 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.3 sec | 16.3 sec |
| Weight | 2,509 lbs | 2,315 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,337 mm | 2,235 mm |
| Length | 3,962 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Units Produced | 17,712 | 94,619 |
| Original MSRP | $3,595 | $3,295 |
| Value (Excellent) | $95,000 | $42,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 4/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 brings greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1970 Triumph TR6 PI answers with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between United Kingdom and UK automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 versus 1970 Triumph TR6 PI is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 producing 150 hp and the 1970 Triumph TR6 PI delivering 150 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1970 Triumph TR6 PI edges ahead at 8.2 seconds versus 9.8 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 17,712 units built, the 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 is considerably scarcer than the Triumph TR6's 94,619 examples. On the collector market, the 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 commands a significant premium over the 1970 Triumph TR6 PI, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII Phase 2 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.