1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 37 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2007 Kia Pregio. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
