1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 30 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, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
