1972 Austin Marina vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina 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 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina.
Because 1972 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | Prelude |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |