1973 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 640 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 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Marina | Celica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |