1973 Austin Marina vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Marina | Aspen |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |