1974 Austin Marina vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1974 Austin Marina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Marina | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
