1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 1800 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
