1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Avanti Avanti 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 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | 1800 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |
