1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 745 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
