1968 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1974 Austin Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1968 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU Ro 80 | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | NSU | Austin |
| Model | Ro 80 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
