1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1993 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1800 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
