1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
