1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Austin Marina
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 348 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | Marina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
