1970 Austin 3 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 120 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
