1977 Austin Marina vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Marina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 1100 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |