1972 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
