1974 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 683 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 770 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Marina | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Austin | Lotec |
Model | Marina | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 742 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1650 kg |