1972 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
