1977 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2728 mm |
