1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1800 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
