1972 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 585 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 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
