1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin 1800 | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | 1800 | Seville |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |