1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 1800 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
