1980 Austin Marina vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
