1972 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 35 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Strada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
