1975 Austin Marina vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 586 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Marina | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |