1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 1800 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
