1972 Austin Marina vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 18 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (145 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | Marina | G32 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
