1975 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Marina weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | Marina | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
