1977 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 265 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | Fit |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |