1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |
