1973 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
