1971 Austin 3 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 13 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1845 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Austin | ZIL |
Model | 3 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |