1973 Austin Marina vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 15 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 436 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.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Marina | Spirit |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |