1971 Austin 3 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 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 17 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
