1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 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 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
