1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1973 Austin 1800 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
