1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 426 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 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
