1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 735 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 3-Litre | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |