1973 Austin Marina vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord, 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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
