1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 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 | 130 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
