1972 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 570 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 Valiant | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Marina | Valiant |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |