1977 Austin Marina vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1983 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Prisma |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |