1972 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata E weights approximately 490 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 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Marina | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
