1973 Austin Marina vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. Both 1973 Austin Marina and 1974 Innocenti Mini are equipped with a 1,275 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Marina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1973 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 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1973 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Marina | Mini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2050 mm |
