1971 Austin 3 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 10 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 320 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3020 mm |
