1972 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 420 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Charger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
