1970 Austin 3 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 Will (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will.
Because 1970 Austin 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Austin 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Will |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |