1973 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
