1945 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Austin Marina

To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Austin 16 1981 Austin Marina
Make Austin Austin
Model 16 Marina
Year Released 1945 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2440 mm


 

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