1981 Audi UR vs. 1973 Austin Marina
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1973 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | Marina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
