1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 32 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
