1970 Austin 3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |