1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 166 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 825i |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
