1970 Austin 3 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
