1982 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
