1970 Austin 3 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |