1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 410 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
