1970 Austin 3 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 394 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
