1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 2005 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
