1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Austin Marina
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 16 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. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1973 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Marina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
