1986 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Austin 1800
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 13 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 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1973 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
