1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 36 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
