1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Austin Marina
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1972 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Marina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
