1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, both 1975 Austin 1800 and 1975 Triumph TR7 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Because 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1975 Triumph TR7. 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | 1800 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |