1974 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
