1972 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 40 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 242 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.
Because 1972 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
