1971 Austin 3 vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
