1982 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Austin Marina

To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 9 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. Both 1982 Austin Marina and 1973 Austin Marina are equipped with a 1,275 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 2 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina.

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, 1973 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Austin Marina 1973 Austin Marina
Make Austin Austin
Model Marina Marina
Year Released 1982 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.6 mm 70.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 81.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 882 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2440 mm


 

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