1971 Austin 3 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 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 74 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
