1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 31 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
