1971 Austin 3 vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 31 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
