1972 Austin Marina vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 6 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 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 24 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 32 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
