1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 29 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 1800 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
