1975 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 25 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | NSX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |