1978 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 298 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Coupe |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |