1972 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 340 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
