1971 Austin 3 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
