1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 494 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
