1972 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 1800 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
