1974 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 28 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1274 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1974 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1974 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | SSR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
