1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 25 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Because 1998 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 1800 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
