1971 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 34 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, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
