1975 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 430 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, 2000 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2000 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
