1973 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 669 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4010 mm |
