1973 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 155 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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
