1971 Austin 3 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Today |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
