1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 1800 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
