1973 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 563 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Marina | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
