1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Austin Marina
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1972 Austin Marina | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | Marina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |