1972 Austin Marina vs. 1958 Austin A135
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 A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Marina | A135 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |