1973 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 27 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 914 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Marina | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
