1972 Austin Marina vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
