2000 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Austin 1800
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1970 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
