1975 Austin Marina vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Austin Marina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |