1972 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, both 1972 Austin Marina and 1972 Fiat 128 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 128 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |