1970 Austin 3 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 31 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |