1975 Austin Marina vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | 616 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |