1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 23 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 583 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 1800 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 86 L |
