1973 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 40 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 226 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |