1982 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 914 weights approximately 84 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.
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 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Marina | 914 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |