1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 11 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 1800 | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
