1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
