1971 Austin 3 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 7 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 3 | Century |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
