1971 Austin 3 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | 3 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |