1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 34 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 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 707 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 1800 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
