2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Austin Marina
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GT | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
