1971 Austin 3 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 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 60 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
