1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, both 1974 Austin 1800 and 1974 Ferrari Dino were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 1800 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59.9 mm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
