1979 Austin Marina vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina.
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, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | 1400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |