1973 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Marina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1981 Fiat Vivace, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 1981 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Vivace |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |