1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 82 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
