1978 Austin Marina vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Austin Marina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
