1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Austin Marina
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 119 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1972 Austin Marina | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | Marina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2440 mm |