1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1970 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
