1973 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 330 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, 2000 Opel Astra, 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
