1971 Austin 3 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 34 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 3 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
