1975 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Marina | Delta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
