1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Eagle | Austin |
| Model | Summit | Marina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
