1971 Austin 3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 14 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 60 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
