1982 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 202 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1968 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
Model | Marina | GT |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |