1971 Austin 3 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Carol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
