1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, both 1971 Austin 1800 and 1971 Fiat Dino were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 206 kg more than 1971 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Dino 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 1971 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 1800 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1800 | Dino |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |