1971 Austin 3 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 3 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |