1977 Austin Marina vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1977 Austin Marina and 1977 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Marina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1977 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Marina | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |