1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Austin 1800
To start off, 1973 Austin 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
