1971 Austin 3 vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 330 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | 3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |