1974 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 670 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1995 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Legend |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
