1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800.
Because 1945 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1800 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
