1970 Austin 3 vs. 1988 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1988 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | 3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3400 mm |
