1982 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 12 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Because 1982 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 1972 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Marina | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
