1979 Austin Marina vs. 1983 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina.
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, 1983 Fiat Regata, 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1983 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Regata |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
