1973 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 22 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 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 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 1995 Peugeot 106.
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, 1995 Peugeot 106, 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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Marina | 106 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.2 mm |
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 | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |