1977 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 990 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marina | Colt |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
