1972 AMC Matador vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 1 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 244 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1971 Austin 3 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | Matador | 3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |