1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Austin 1800
To start off, both 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1973 Austin 1800 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Austin 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | 1800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 141 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |