1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1973 Austin Marina
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1973 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 55 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
