1972 Austin Marina vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 620 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | Marina | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
