1980 Audi Sport vs. 1973 Austin 1800
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1973 Austin 1800 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Sport | 1800 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |