1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
