1971 Austin 3 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 21 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, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
