1975 Audi 50 vs. 1975 Austin Marina
To start off, both 1975 Audi 50 and 1975 Austin Marina were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Marina weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1975 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1975 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 50 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
