1970 Austin 3 vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 38 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2008 Suzuki Reno, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
