1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
