1972 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 820 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, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
