1973 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 598 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, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Marina | Compass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
