1971 Austin 3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
