1972 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 28 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
