1971 Austin 3 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1971 Austin 3 and 1971 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | 3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |