1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 29 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea.
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, 2003 Fiat Albea (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
