1977 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Marina | 504 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
