1972 Austin Marina vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Marina | A 40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |