1971 Austin 3 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 12 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
