1971 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
