1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin 1800 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |