1971 Austin 3 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
