1973 Austin Marina vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 300 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
