1971 Austin 3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
