1979 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
