1979 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |