1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1972 Austin Marina
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1972 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 2000 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
