1970 Austin 3 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 19 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 10 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 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 3 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
