1975 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 26 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 515 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 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Marina | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
