1971 Austin 3 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 22 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 262 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | 3 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |