1972 Austin Marina vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | OT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
