1975 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Marina | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
