1973 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
