1973 Austin Marina vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Marina | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
