1971 Austin 3 vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | 3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
