1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1800 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
