1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 33 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 1800 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
