1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 45 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1800 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
