1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1972 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 83 L |
