1980 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 5 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 76 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
