1973 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 37 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1015 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 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Marina | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2807 mm |
