1971 Austin 3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 38 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | 3 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2970 mm |