1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 25 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
