1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Marina | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |