1971 Austin 3 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L 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, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 3 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
