1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 22 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 334 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
