1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 is newer by 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
