1982 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
