1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 14 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
