1972 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Marina | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
