1972 Austin Marina vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 650 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Marina | A 99 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |