1972 Austin Marina vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Berline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |