1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Ambassador | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
