1973 Austin Marina vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
