1971 Austin 3 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Austin 3.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | 3 | KB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
