1972 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 162 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2301 mm |