1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 832 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
