1973 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 23 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 265 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | 19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
