1959 AC Ace vs. 1973 Austin Marina
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 14 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1973 Austin Marina | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Marina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
