1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 40 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1462 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 105 L |
