1972 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 20 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1972 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Vento |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |