1971 Austin 3 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
