1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Sera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |